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Guerlain · Sold as unisex
Les Absolus d'Orient Patchouli Ardent
The hush of a dimly lit room as the last rays of sunlight fade, where the scent of patchouli and leather lingers in the air.
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Les Absolus d'Orient Patchouli ArdentPremium · $100–250
79%Similar accords, often for lessAmberley Ombre Blue · Maison AlhambraBudget tier, under $40 · shares 6 of its 8 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2020 by Guerlain, Les Absolus d'Orient Patchouli Ardent is crafted by Thierry Wasser to embody the intensity and warmth of patchouli. The fragrance opens with a burst of fig and pink pepper, giving way to the rich heart of Turkish rose and leather. This composition then settles into a base of cedar, musk, and warm spices that evoke a sense of depth and complexity. Guerlain's legacy of using luxurious materials is evident here, as Thierry Wasser weaves together an olfactory blend that feels both lasting and modern.
This fragrance blooms slowly on the skin, so apply it in light layers to allow each note to develop. The patchouli is strong initially but gives way to a warm, musky base that lasts well into the evening.
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Thierry Wasser
The guardian of GuerlainThierry Wasser is the in-house perfumer at Guerlain — a title that makes him the custodian of one of perfumery's most storied legacies.
“I am not going to betray five generations of the family.”
Thierry Wasser · Wallpaper*, December 2008
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More from the house · founded 1828 · France
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